Santa Fe

Mexico City

Santa Fe which includes modern architecture and a city
Santa Fe featuring modern architecture
Santa Fe
Santa Fe which includes a park and a city
Santa Fe featuring signage and a park

Mexico City’s urban redevelopment jewel is this shining neighborhood on the southwest side that was once considered a dump.

Look for some of Mexico City’s most impressive modern architecture in the neighborhood of Santa Fé in the outskirts of the city. The beautiful and modern buildings are particularly impressive, knowing that the area was often used as a dumping ground until recent years.

During the 1990s, city planners began efforts to create commercial and residential areas in Santa Fé that were especially designed to work with the area’s difficult geologic and environmental constraints. See some of these structures along the stretch between Santa Fé’s historical center and central commercial district. Tour the Universidad Iberoamericana’s campus in this area and attend a cultural event in one of its venues. Visit the area’s Centro Comercial Santa Fé shopping mall, one of the largest in the area. 

One example of unique neighborhood architecture is Garden Santa Fe, a large center which includes American-style mall stores and excellent Mexican food. Its singularity lies in its location, fully underground. Marvel at the unique central gardens that use tall glass enclosures to bring light from aboveground into the several layers of shopping below ground. Enter at street level and take escalators and elevators to lower levels for shopping, dining and even bowling. Check the mall’s schedule to see what special events are planned during your stay. Take advantage of the seasonal ice skating rink.

The Ministry of Defense has a vast military complex to the northwest of the neighborhood of Santa Fé. Near here, look for shiny and tall international hotels and corporate headquarters interspersed with residential high-rises. Undeveloped parkland also lies along this stretch. Visit the Parque Ecologico Jalalpa for open grassy areas, kids’ playgrounds and a small aquatic park. More public space development is in the planning stages.

Santa Fé is about 9 miles (14 kilometers) from Mexico City’s historic center. This trip may take an hour by car and even longer by bus no train currently serves the area. See planned urban development in progress with a visit to Santa Fé.


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Top hotels in Santa Fe

Camino Real Santa Fe

Camino Real Santa Fe

5 out of 5
Mexico City
The price is P4,450 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
P4,450
P5,317 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,289 reviews)
"Outdated but convenient location in Santa Fe and low price"

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Camino Real Santa Fe
Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico

Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico

4 out of 5
Mexico City
The price is P6,805 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,805
P8,132 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (10,991 reviews)
"Great when traveling"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Camino Real Aeropuerto Mexico
Fiesta Americana Reforma

Fiesta Americana Reforma

4 out of 5
Paseo De La Reforma 80, Col. Juarez, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is P6,189 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,189
P7,395 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,435 reviews)
"The room was clean and the bed was comfortable Food was good"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Fiesta Americana Reforma
Barceló México Reforma

Barceló México Reforma

4.5 out of 5
Paseo De La Reforma 1, Mexico City
The price is P5,987 per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
P5,987
P7,155 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and 3 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (4,678 reviews)
"Great property. Only issue is that take a little while to respond to requests. I requested additional towels (only had two, even though there were four of us) and had to request twice before it was addressed"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Barceló México Reforma
Casa Olea

Casa Olea

3 out of 5
C. de Francisco Díaz Covarrubias, 76, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is P3,005 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P3,005
P3,591 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and onsite spa services. Popular attractions Angel of Independence ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (389 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay there perfect for a nice getaway"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Casa Olea
ULIV Mexico City

ULIV Mexico City

4.5 out of 5
235 Av. Insurgentes Sur Roma Norte, Mexico City, CDMX
The price is P6,910 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P6,910
P8,257 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Mexico City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Angel of Independence Monument ...
9/10 Wonderful! (587 reviews)
"Will likely stay at this hotel again. It’s a small walk to many world renowned bars and places to eat. Safe during the day, would suggest walking with a buddy at night and you’ll be fine. Definitely not a quiet area nor a lonely area as it sits in the corner of a very busy intersection with constant ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

ULIV Mexico City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Santa Fe

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Miguel Hidalgo

Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Miguel Hidalgo. Top attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Papalote Museo del Nino are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Constituyentes Station or Tacubaya Station to see more of the city.

Miguel Hidalgo
Coyoacan featuring signage

Coyoacan

Noted for its museums and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Coyoacan. Top attractions like Estadio Azteca and Frida Kahlo Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Viveros Station or General Anaya Station to see more of the city.

Coyoacan
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Del Valle

Noted for its restaurants and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Del Valle. Top attractions like Avenida Insurgentes and Galerias Insurgentes are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at 20 de Noviembre Station or Zapata Station to see more of the city.

Del Valle
Polanco which includes a church or cathedral, a garden and heritage architecture

Polanco

If you're spending time in Polanco, you might enjoy attractions like Paseo de la Reforma and Avenida Presidente Masaryk. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Polanco Station to see more of the city.

Polanco
La Condesa showing cafe scenes

La Condesa

Consider a visit to Blackberry Auditorium and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in La Condesa. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Patriotism Station or Chilpancingo Station.

La Condesa
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Hipódromo

While you're in Hipódromo, take in top sights like Blackberry Auditorium or Avenida Insurgentes, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Chilpancingo Station or Patriotism Station.

Hipódromo

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